Origin and Meaning of Matthaus

Gift of God

Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu (מתתיהו), which means 'gift of Yahweh' or 'gift of God'. The name is often associated with the apostle Matthew.

• Matthaus is a variant form of the name Matthew, which has been used in various cultures, particularly in German-speaking countries.
• In many cultures, the name is celebrated for its biblical roots, as St. Matthew is known as one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.
• Notable bearers of the name include Matthaus Gersdorf, a 17th-century German philosopher, and Lothar Matthaus, a famous former German football player and manager.
• While Matthaus is not as common as its variants like Matthew or Mateo, it reflects the popularity of biblical names in certain European regions.
• Variations of Matthaus can be found in several languages, including Matteo (Italian), Matthias (Greek), and Mateo (Spanish).